Montero XLS 4WD V6-3.5L SOHC (2001)
2. Measure the hub rotation starting torque with special tools.
Limit: 1.75 Nm (15.48 inch lbs.)
3. Hub rotation starting torque must be under the limit value and there should be no roughness when rotating the hub.
WHEEL BEARING BACKLASH CHECK
1. Secure the knuckle in a vice to measure backlash in the wheel bearing.
Limit: 0 mm (0 inch)
2. If the value of backlash in hub axis cannot be obtained when tightened to the specified torque 255 ± 29 Nm (188 ± 21 ft. lbs.), check mounting
bolt for hub and knuckle assembly. If no defects are found, replace hub assembly.
Inspection of Hub Rotation Starting Torque
1. Tighten special tools in hub and knuckle assembly to the specified torque.
Specified torque: 255 ± 29 Nm (188 ± 21 ft. lbs.)
2. Measure the hub rotation starting torque with special tools.
Limit: 1.75 Nm (15.48 inch lbs.)
3. Hub rotation starting torque must be under the limit value and there should be no roughness when rotating the hub.
Wheel Bearing Backlash Check